Our team was brought together to provide the diverse expertise required to bring AST's concept to fruition. The combined expertise in science, finance, technology, management, and entrepreneurship along with professional contacts in academics, government and the private sector provides a strong foundation.

Dr. Russell Rodriguez, Ph.D., CEOFor the past 25 years Rusty has been a leading expert in plant-fungal symbiosis while effectively managing research laboratories in academic and government institutions. He is a leading expert in plant-fungal symbiosis and is commonly asked to speak at scientific conferences around the globe. Based on his scientific expertise, successes in management and knowledge of the agriculture industry, Rusty was a natural fit for CEO. He provides the great leadership and innovative thinking that keeps us on the leading edge of science in agriculture.

Dr. Regina Redman, Ph.D., Director of Research & DevelopmentOver the past 20 years, Dr. Redman has become an internationally recognized leader in plant-fungal symbiosis. She is a talented researcher with vast expertise in molecular biology, genetics, plant biology and microbiology. Her extensive knowledge of plant-fungal interactions and experience training and managing personnel make Regina the perfect fit to head up our research and development team.

Zachery Gray, MBA, V.P. Business DevelopmentZach is a driven and entrepreneurial minded executive with over 13 years of experience in fundraising, investor relations, business development, sales and marketing. He has a long track record of excelling as a strategic planner and building key relationships, both internally and externally, to bring success to all activities of business development cycles. His experience in managing personnel and budgets make him an ideal fit for V.P. of Business Development.